UlasanAnime.com – As Blu-ray discs emerged victorious in the format war, a common sentiment arose among fans that animated classics from earlier eras would inevitably be remastered for high definition. This prospect, while exciting for some, also presented a financial consideration, requiring an additional expenditure. The question of whether all older animations would benefit from such a remastering is debatable, as not all content ages gracefully.
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Consider classics like Disney’s Pinocchio. A 70th Anniversary edition might be appealing, especially given the vivid childhood memories associated with it. For many, these films served as significant cultural touchstones. Disney’s The Little Mermaid, for instance, might have been an early introduction to the concept of “moe,” alongside series like Saint Seiya, though the exact memory is hazy. Similarly, the original Fantasia opened doors to arthouse cinema, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs provided valuable, albeit literal, information about dwarfs, which could even prove useful in contexts like Dungeons & Dragons games.
While Disney produced timeless classics, the question remains about the enduring quality of some works over time. Hayao Miyazaki’s masterpiece, Nausicaä, released approximately 27 years prior to the original article’s writing, is often cited as a benchmark. A viewing of its Japanese release in 2010 confirmed its enduring interest, evoking memories from “The Days Before The Promised Date,” or similar emotionally resonant phrases from an Engrish perspective. However, this does not imply an equal appreciation for every Studio Ghibli film. Just as one might choose to skip sequels like Aladdin 2: The Return of Jafar, certain films may not warrant a revisit or repurchase, a sentiment echoed by the author’s hypothetical decision not to buy Ponyo again.
